PORKELOPE!!!By Montana Grant

Posted: October 20, 2018

Antelope, or “Stink goat”, is a strong-tasting wild game. The bucks have more of an odor than the does. Recipes that can enhance the flavor and mask any wild taste are needed.

Recently I saw this recipe from Cavegirl Cuisine and tried it out. Burgers are an ongoing favorite of mine, and this recipe really made antelope a great choice for burgers. It also works well with Mule Deer which can also be a tad strong and gamey.

Most wild game is lean so adding some fat for flavor is a good idea. Pork is the perfect choice. Try grinding pork shoulder, or bacon with the grind.

To make these delicious Porkelope Burgers, you will need 1 pound of sausage per pound of burger. Add 1 tsp of chili powder, 1 tbsp minced onion, 2-3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp of whole grain mustard, 1 tsp of salt, 2 tbsp of tomato paste. Mix and form into burgers or balls. Refrigerate until ready to cook.

Add some butter to a fry pan and cook the burgers. If you left the burgers in a ball, smash them into a Pattie first. Cook until done. Remember that wild game is darker so be careful to not overcook. Place the cooked burger onto a nice Kaiser roll, add the aioli, 1 slice of bacon cut in half, a spoonful of caramelized onions, and a sprinkle of fresh mint. A little shredded cheese will not ruin the burger.

This recipe adds spice, flavor, texture, and aroma to take away any “stink goat” reference.

Pig out and enjoy!

Montana Grant

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